U.S.
military officials, led by CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper, report primary
routes cleared of Iranian sea mines, with sea drones patrolling and Iran's navy
neutralized.
President Trump expressed optimism that the
war with Iran will wrap up soon, while Qatari mediators deliver revised U.S.
proposals in Tehran and Vice President JD Vance sends a letter to push
negotiations.
Iran counters with claims of tanker fires from unauthorized routes and demands an end to the naval blockade and sanctions, as both sides mix military actions with diplomatic efforts in this vital global oil chokepoint.
